Ilex leucoclada - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucoclada
ID:
1285163
Status:
valid
Authors:
Makino
Source:
tro
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 19: 148 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284501
Common Names
- Ilex leucoclada
- Leucoclada Ilex
- Leucoclada Spiderling
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ilex leucoclada (also called Holly, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Aquifoliaceae family. It has glossy, dark green leaves with white or yellowish margins, and small, white flowers. Native to the southeastern United States, it can be found in moist, acidic soils in woodlands and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Ilex leucoclada is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ilex leucoclada is small and white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ilex leucoclada can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Ilex leucoclada
Ilex leucoclada can be found in the tropical regions of Asia.
Ilex leucoclada FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ilex leucoclada?
Ilex leucoclada
What is the common name of Ilex leucoclada?
White-flowered Holly
Where is Ilex leucoclada native to?
Venezuela
Species in the Ilex genus
Species in the Aquifoliaceae family
Ilex mucugensis, Ilex stenura, Ilex toroidea, Ilex guaramacalensis, Ilex abscondita, Ilex acutidenticulata, Ilex affinis, Ilex altiplana, Ilex amara, Ilex amazonensis, Ilex annamensis, Ilex anomala, Ilex antonii, Ilex apicidens, Ilex apiensis, Ilex aquifolium, Ilex aracamuniana, Ilex archeri, Ilex ardisiaefrons, Ilex arimensis, Ilex arnhemensis, Ilex atabapoensis, Ilex attenuata, Ilex auricula, Ilex azuensis, Ilex baasiana, Ilex barahonica, Ilex belizensis, Ilex berteroi, Ilex blancheana, Ilex blanchetii, Ilex brandegeeana, Ilex brasiliensis, Ilex brevipedicellata, Ilex bullata, Ilex canariensis, Ilex casiquiarensis, Ilex cassine, Ilex celebensis, Ilex chevalieri, Ilex chinensis, Ilex chiriquensis, Ilex ciliolata, Ilex clementis, Ilex clethriflora, Ilex cognata, Ilex colchica, Ilex condorensis, Ilex congesta, Ilex cookii,
References
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:83443-1: Based on the initial data import